Brand Name Justification and Approval_signed SMM.PDF

1. Organization/Contracting Office

2. Description of Action Being Taken:

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3. Description of Product, Supplies or Services:

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4. An identification of the statutory authority permitting other than full and open competition (Requesting activity completes with the assistance of the Contracting Specialist)

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PR Number:

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BRAND NAME JUSTIFICATION AND APPROVAL

Limited Sources Justification and Approval

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5. Identification of the Justification Rationale:

6. Best Value Determination:

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7. Market Research Conducted If needed, continue on a separate piece of paper

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8. Statement of actions, if any, to remove barriers to competition in the future.

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9. Any other facts supporting justification:

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TECHNICAL CERTIFICATION/ REQUIREMENTS CERTIFICATION: “I certify that the supporting data under my cognizance which are included in the J&A are accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.”

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PROGRAM MANAGER REVIEW: “The requirement herein described is a valid requirement of the activity named in paragraph 3 of this J&A. The technical and requirements information contained in the J&A represent the minimum needs of the government. The only way to satisfy this requirement is by limiting competition as described herein.”

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CONTRACTING SPECIALIST: “I certify that this J&A is accurate and complete to the best of my knowledge and belief.” Recommend: Approval Disapproval

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APPROVAL

CONTRACTING OFFICER: Based on the forgoing justification, I hereby Approve Disapprove the brand name justification for the requirement listed in paragraph 3 above for limited sources.

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1. 1/4" drive sockets; 3/8" drive sockets; 1/2" drive sockets ( 6 point& 12 point, standard& metric, impact)

2. Wrenches: Standard-sized fixed wrenches; Metric-sized fixed wrenches; Combination wrench

3. Ratchets: 1/4" drive; 3/8" drive; 1/2" drive

4. Screwdrivers: Flat/Slotted; Phillips; Hex Key

5. Hammers: Rubber; Ball-peen

6. Punches and Chisels set 7: Pry bars set 8: Air Impact Tools: Impact Wrenches; Ratchet Wrenches; Air Grinder

9. Tool Box: 11 drawer with load capacity 3,600 lb.

10: Tool Box insert Foam: Polyethylene 75-99%, proprietary additives 01-25%

11. Laser etching each tool 12: Other mechanic tools If needed continue on a separate piece of paper_3: The statutory authority permitting the brand name description of supplies is Far 6.302-1 "Only one responsible source and no other supplies or services will satisfy agency requirements”.

This brand name description will be procured in reference to FAR 6.302-1(c) "Application for brand name description."

If needed continue on a separate piece of paper_4: This brand is currently issued through Army Sustainment contracts in Forward Repair Systems (FRS) and Shop Equipment Contact Maintenance (SECM) tool kits as well as Army contracts for Joint-General Mechanics Tool Kits. These tool kits, as well as the 60 Tool Kits previously purchased for MATES in 2018 (tools of the same brand), make standardization necessary to reduce cost in number of spare tools. This also enhances readiness by having like tool kits wherever mechanics are sent, to all our locations, so they will use identical sets, reducing time with familiarization. This is the only manufacturer who's hand tools meet or exceed American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME)- B107 series standards. Lifetime warranty applies to all tools, unless deemed consumable or otherwise indicated to have a specific duration. This is the only manufacturer who offers on-site warranty, repair and replacement. Customer will not be required to ship tools for warranty purposes. This is the only manufacturer who has a lifetime warranty on toolbox components such as drawer slides, casters and safety latches. This is the only company who will warranty hand tools for peeling chrome, which can cut skin and cause injuries to mechanics. Wrenches and sockets utilize patented Flank Drive feature which allows tools to engage more surface of fasteners creating more torque to be applied without stripping or rounding.

If needed continue on a separate piece of paper_5: Snap On Government rates are discounted more than 10% over non-government rates. Government pricing is competitive vs other brand name tool manufacturers (MATCO, MAC, Craftsman).

For over 100 years, Snap-on has been providing great quality. Their tools last longer and perform safer that other brands. Their on-site warranty is owner friendly and does not require any proof of purchase.

If needed continue on a separate piece of paper_6: Snap On is a competitor in the tool manufacturing industry. Some industry analysts consider MATCO, MAC, & Craftsmen in the same general category as Snap On.

Evaluated master mechanics tool sets from these manufacturers via their websites.